American University in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
"A private American-style university in Dubai"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#678 (QS)
PSW VISA
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
About American University in Dubai
The American University in Dubai (AUD) was founded in 1995 and offers an American-style education in Dubai Media City. It ranks joint 620th in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (up from 678 in QS 2026). AUD teaches business, engineering, architecture and design, communication and computer science, and is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education and accredited in the US by SACSCOC.
Rankings & Recognition
#678
Ranked #=620 in QS 2027, up from #=678 in QS 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
UAE Ministry of Higher Education / KHDA recognised
SACSCOC (USA)
AACSB
ABET
NAAB
CIDA
ACEJMC
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with American University in Dubai's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1995
Established
#620
QS 2027
American
Curriculum
Dubai
City
QS 100 score
Intl. Students
Popular Programs
Business
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Communication
Computer Science
Application Details
Application Route
University online application
Intakes
September, January (some)
IELTS
approx. 6.0-6.5
Alternatives
TOEFL / EmSAT accepted (by uni)
Part-time work
20 hrs/week with MOHRE permit
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
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6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT
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68 (ITP 520) |
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EmSAT English
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1400 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student residence visa (uni-sponsored)
Post-Study Work
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Green Card Pathway
Golden Visa (GPA 3.5+, top grads)
Financials
Application Fee
AED 420 (non-refundable)
Avg Scholarship
Merit-based (university)
Career Outcomes
85%
Placement Ratio
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
International Faculty — 55+ nationalities
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
American University in Dubai is located in Dubai Media City, Dubai, UAE.
Campus Details
Dubai
Media City campus
Student
housing
Campus Forecast
Hot summers
Warm winters
Desert climate
Low rainfall
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University hostel or private shared housing
Dining
Campus food courts; Indian food widely available
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for visa
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural and career events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Varies by programme (see university)
UAE tuition range
approx. AED 20,000-100,000+ / year
Student visa costs
approx. AED 5,500-8,500 total
Visa maintenance (some)
AED 2,500 one-time
Intakes & Deadlines
Main intake is September (Fall), with a January (Spring) intake for many programmes. Apply 2-3 months early for the visa.
Scholarships at American University in Dubai
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (CBSE / ISC / state) with good marks, attested; IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5 or equivalent.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field (GPA / % by programme); IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
EmSAT English
Required Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
English test (IELTS / TOEFL / EmSAT)
Passport photos
Medical fitness test (in UAE)
Health insurance
Equivalency (MoE) where needed
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme at American University in Dubai and check entry and English requirements.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with marksheets, passport and English scores.
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Offer & deposit
Accept the offer and pay the seat / tuition deposit.
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Entry permit
The university sponsors your student entry permit.
5
Arrive & residence
Do the medical test, Emirates ID and get the 1-year student residence visa.
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Renew yearly
Renew the student visa each year (at least 45 days before expiry).
Campus & Location
American University in Dubai is located in Dubai Media City, Dubai, UAE.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
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Bachelor's
Architecture
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